Compound Bow Comparator

The Powermax is a budget friendly bow in the medium range of new 2016 models, which should appeal to a large number of shooters and archery styles. The Powermax may make a great 3D bow for a female shooter, a higher end hunting bow for a youth shooter wanting to get a little more serious, or a nice back up bow for someone that likes to be prepared for a variety of circumstances. The Powermax is replacing the Charger, which several shooters felt was a solid combination of high-end technology and price. The MSRP of the Powermax set at $499 is pretty tough to beat, and although the price is relatively low, the bow is a flat out shooter no matter what the price is. To have a compact bow shooting 328 feet per second with the customization the Powermax offers, this model should be a really great seller in the mid-range for Hoyt in 2016. Read full review...

The Charger is a wonderful performing bow, and for the price it is hard to beat. This bow performs like a much higher end model and those thinking it is an introductory level bow are mistaken. Please do not let the price of the Charger fool you into thinking it is not a worthy option. With tons of customization, the Charger matches what many shooters are looking for in a compact, forgiving, lightweight hunting bow. Shooters interested in what Hoyt has to offer for 2013 should give the Charger a test shot. Although it may not be the bow for everyone, shooters wallets will thank them if it happens to be. The ready to shoot package is also a great option for shooters who just want to get out and start shooting. Read full review...

• Mid-range price point with high-end technology
• Colors to blend in or stand out anywhere
• 6-inches of draw length adjustability without a bow press
• 40-pound range of draw weight
• $499 price tag; also offered in a Hoyt package deal for $649

• Great value for $499 bare bow or Hoyt package for $649
• Dead in hand
• Great draw cycle with a solid back wall
• Compact design offers what many archers want out of a hunting rig

• Mid range price point bow does not have all the latest advertised technology
• Limbs are only available in 10-pound increments

• This bow is not the best in any category, but performs well overall